King Edward II of England (d. 1327)

Edward II (1284 - 1327), king of England, lord of Ireland and duke of Aquitaine. He was the youngest son of king Edward I of England and his first wife Eleanor of Castile. He married Isabella of France.

Berkeley Castle

Castle in Berkeley near the river Severn. It was here that king Edward II was held after his deposition and where he died.

Thomas, third Lord Berkeley (d. 1361)

Thomas Berkeley was imprisoned in Pevensey Castle but released on 16 October 1326. He was made joint custodian of the deposed Edward II. His first wife was Margaret, daughter of Roger Mortimer, earl of March. He died 27 October 1361.

Hugh Despenser the Younger